Senior Planning Engineer

Lumen Technologies; United States; Remote; USD 82,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative company that connects the world through technology as a Senior Planning Engineer. In this role, you'll manage critical projects within network facilities and data centers, ensuring efficient use of resources and supporting business growth. Your expertise will directly impact operations as you collaborate with various teams to implement strategic plans. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization fosters a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. If you're passionate about technology and project management, this opportunity allows you to thrive while making a lasting impact.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Life Insurance

Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits

Flexible Work Environment

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in network facilities and data centers.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on quality and detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage floor space, power, and cooling for network facilities.
• Develop plans for new plant construction or modifications.

Skills

Project Management

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

6+ years equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Visio

SQL

Job description

Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress.

Lumen’s commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support shines bright. We’ve made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth consecutive year. Plus, we’re the top employer in the communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across all industries in The American Opportunity Index.

We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future.

The Role

As a Senior Planning Engineer you will have the opportunity to interact with others in and outside of the organization, and work with facilities and data centers. Also, the planning of the implementation or planning of initiating projects that place customers and network equipment within our network facilities and data centers. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business.

Location

This is a work from home position within the U.S.

The Main Responsibilities

• Manages floor space, power, and cooling for regionalized network facilities/data centers.
• Project manage rack space and power implementations at network facilities/data centers.
• Kicks off space and power projects into engineering and PM groups.
• Develops/defines plans for the implementation of new plant construction or modifications to existing facilities.
• Prepares plans and specifications, to include gathering field data.
• Assures that the most feasible, practical and economical means to complete the work are utilized. Provides cost data to support capital planning and budgeting.
• Monitors and controls project expenditures.
• Skilled in planning and/or engineering.
• Resolves interoperability problems to obtain operations across all platforms including e-mail, files transfer, multimedia, teleconferencing and the like.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required

• 4+ years professional experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 6+ years equivalent experience within network facilities, data centers, and colocation activities
• Attention to detail with good organizational capabilities
• Ability to prioritize with good time management skills
• Strong data/economic analysis skills
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Detail oriented with an intense focus on quality
• Proven track record as adept and effective project manager
• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and communications skills
• Strong computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Excel, Access, Visio & SQL
• Positive and professional attitude, appearance, and demeanor

Preferred

• 4+ years of related experience in telecommunications around facilities, data centers, and colocation activities
• Experience in an engineering role that included a substantial business/financial focus

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$82,969 - $110,625 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY
$87,117 - $116,156 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$91,266 - $121,688 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA

Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.

If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements.

Disclaimer

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.